The movie Electric State, produced by the Russo Brothers, has become one of the most anticipated Netflix releases for 2025. With the successful track record the brothers have built in the Marvel universe, such as in Avengers: Endgame, expectations were extremely high. However, the film has received polarized reviews: a discouraging 16% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, compared to a notable 76% among the audience. Overall, a movie with this level of investment has not managed to satisfy viewers as expected.
The most expensive movie and the most viewed… But not the best, judging by the reviews
The electric state is set in an alternate future where humans have triumphed in a war against robots with artificial intelligence. Starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, the film offers a unique design of automatons, which originated in the era of amusement parks and sporting events. Despite the high expectations, the criticism has been harsher than ever, highlighting the complicated relationship the Russo brothers have had with their audience outside the Marvel realm.
Despite the criticism, the film has quickly climbed to the top spot on Netflix and is expected to become one of the most-watched of the year, reaffirming the popularity that the public continues to grant the Russo brothers. However, the contrast between the critics and the audience’s acceptance suggests that viewers may be looking for something different in their productions, which the Russo brothers will need to consider in their future projects.
After the release of Electric State, the Russo brothers will leave Netflix to return to Marvel with a new project titled Doomsday, which raises the question of whether their return to the House of Ideas will restore their critical reputation. The evolution of their career will be a point to follow in the entertainment industry in the coming years.
